Month: July 2011

A man is safe after many worries when he was seen in the Snake River Saturday. Idaho Falls police responded to the river in the area of Broadway Ave after reports of a man in the river. The man was able to get out of the water by himself.

We told on Friday that Tai Chi Master Anthony von Sager was holding a book signing and motivational workshop on Saturday. The one of the Hastings managers said he was one of the most successful authors they have had at the Idaho Falls store and will hopefully be doing a book signing at some of

Concern over the debt ceiling is spreading far beyond Capital Hill. Now, the question of “what if” has some soldiers and military families worried about paying the bills. Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said soldiers are paid every two weeks. They are guaranteed a check on Aug. 1, but the

A one-vehicle rollover crash sent a 75-year-old man to the hospital on Saturday. It happened at 1 p.m. when Daniel Leonard of Pocatello was heading southbound on Interstate 15 near Downey. Leonard lost control of his Buick, causing it to roll. The last report from Idaho State Police said Leonard’s injuries are unknown and the

Cowboy hats and western shirts switched for bandanas and black leather at this weekend’s motorcycle rodeo. The POW-MIA puts on the motorcycle rodeo each year as part of it’s awareness rally at the Bannock County Fairgrounds. Motorcyclists started up the rodeo competition just after noon Saturday with events like Serve Em’ Ups, where pairs have

Brooklyn’s Playground is set to win an extra $50,000 donation. The Pepsi Refresh Everything website lets people vote for different charity projects, and at the end of the month the top 10 win $50,000. As of Saturday afternoon, the local effort to build a playground for kids of all abilities sits at No. 4. Jonny

On Saturday, it was a scene of excitement in Jackson Hole because of the Teton County Fair. Activities have been going on through out the week. The fairgrounds are filled with local vendors, and local law enforcement provided fun activities for the community. Everywhere you look at the Teton County Fairgrounds, there is something for

A fourth person was arrested in connection to an Idaho Falls burglary and several robberies. Idaho Falls police arrested the minor on suspicion of burglarizing the Gun Shop and robbing the West Broadway Common Cents and the East 17th Street Los Adalbertos. The name and age of the minor have not been released. Detectives charged

Bonneville County Sheriff deputies arrested three Idaho Falls teens in Nevada in connection to the Gun Shop burglary. Two 16-year-olds and a 15-year-old boy were arrested in Nevada last Friday for driving a stolen vehicle. They were arrested again on Thursday in connection to the Gun Shop burglary and two other Idaho Falls robberies, one

Hearing the numbers about how much the government is currently in debt has frustrated many people in eastern Idaho. The government has gotten away with it for generations. Could you get away with overspending what you have and still be able to increase your line of credit? Experts say that you wouldn’t stand a chance.

A Tai Chi master who has overcome being a paraplegic with cerebral palsy has written another book and is teaching people all over the world how to defeat their challenges. Anthony von Sager will be at Hastings in Idaho Falls Saturday for a book signing and a motivational workshop. To add to the excitement, Sager

It’s been a scary week for the cattle industry as prices fell abruptly early on and then climbed back up to normal by Thursday. On Friday, they started falling again in the wake of stalled U.S. debt talks. The turmoil follows a devastating drought and heat wave in big livestock states like Texas and Kansas.

A car crash in Shelley has sent one person to the hospital and closed part of a road. Police said someone driving a Toyota on Sweden Highway near Riverview Elementary School crashed through a fence and hit a tree. The driver was taken to the hospital. There is no word on a condition.

Do you drink from plastic bottles? Do you ever refill them? Well, studies are showing you shouldn’t. “Yeah, we reuse them a lot. We have five kids. It saves a bunch,” said Rich Pottorff, refills his bottles. “I do reuse water bottles most of the time, but other bottles I just throw away,” said Matthew

Thousands of motorcycles and leather-clad bikers are invading Pocatello this weekend to help make sure missing soldiers are never forgotten. From roaring engines, to tattoos, to death-defying stunts, organizers said there’s no shortage of things to do or see at this year’s POW-MIA Rally. “What’s going on? We’ve got a ton going on. We’ve got

The House has passed Speaker of the House John Boehner’s bill to solve the nation’s det crisis and raise the debt ceiling, but with little support in the Senate politicians in Washington are still scrambling Friday night as the Aug. 2 deadline to prevent the country from default is fast approaching. We spoke with Idaho

A local 8-year-old girl is putting together her own fundraiser to help the victims of the Arizona wildfires. Dorothy Martin and her parents used to live in Arizona and still have family and friends there. When Dorothy heard about the devastation caused by the Wallow Wildfire, she wanted to do something on her own to

Potatoes have been in the headlines a lot lately, mostly for being unhealthy. But in the latest Idaho potato commercial they show you it is just not true. Fitness Expert Denise Austin loves her spuds. ?I love potatoes and I grew up eating potatoes from hash browns to baked potatoes,? said Austin. So when the

A group of Pocatello High School students is polishing up on its sewing ability to help bring back a school tradition. The group is working to create more than1,000 Poky High hats. The beanies used to be a school tradition for sophomores and were some times used to initiate new students, but organizer Sterling Hofman

Idaho Fish and Game commissioners met Thursday afternoon in Salmon to vote on a plan for this year’s wolf hunting season. Last year, wolves weren’t allowed to be hunted in the state because they were put back on the federal protection list. However, they have since been removed. The commissioners’ spokesman Mike Heckler said that

A new kind of rodeo has come to Idaho Falls this week, not with horses but backhoes. It may not be your traditional notion of sport, but the Western States Rodeo is sure to entertain you as it searches for the best heavy equipment operator in the northwest. “It’s fun to watch, very entertaining,” Shauna

Most of us hear about terrestrial weeds, but aquatic weeds can be just as dangerous to the environment. That’s why the Bonneville County Weed Control spent the last three days looking for weeds from Henry’s Lake to Idaho Falls. One of the target weeds is Curly Leaf Pond Weed. “Maybe 2 to 5 percent of

Few things sound as dangerous as nuclear radiation, but local doctors are using nuclear medicine to help treat disease. At Pocatello Cardiology Center, in Portneuf Medical Center doctors inject patients with radioactive isotopes. As the person runs on a treadmill for a stress test, the radiation gives doctors a clear picture of exactly what is

Good news for anyone selling his or her home, the local housing market may be on the upswing. In just a short time, local real estate agent and city councilman Jim Johnston said he’s seen a change for the better in the housing market. “The market has improved dramatically in the past few weeks,? Johnston

NPG of Idaho is looking for an Executive Producer who can lead the number one news team in the Idaho Falls/Pocatello market. We need someone who will take charge of our evening shows and make them grow. The executive producer will help show producers write stories, make editorial decisions for our evening crews. This person

An Idaho Falls man pleaded guilty to child porn charges in federal court on Wednesday. Christopher W. Kremer, 49, admitted to owning and possessing a computer containing over 600 sexually explicit material of children, according to the plea agreement. Kremer faces up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $25,000 and possible

Idaho Falls police are investigating the recent vandalism reported at Theresa Bunker Elementary School. Vandals shot BB guns through six windows on the northside of the school, located at 1385 E. 16th St., sometime between Monday night and Tuesday morning. The estimated damage is unknown.

A billowing plume of black smoke: It closed roads, made people stop and stare and cut a path of destruction through two businesses. The wind blew a brush fire behind Highway 30 into nearby Wayne’s Salvage Parts, an auto yard along the road. It burned tires and cars, even causing some to explode. But the

Idaho Falls police arrested a man who they said burglarized a home while the owners slept inside. Terrence Mitchell Walsh, 25, broke into a home in the 1200 block of Creekside Court on June 21, police said. Once inside, they said he he stole several pieces of electronic equipment, including video game consoles, controllers and

Idaho Falls police arrested a 25-year-old on suspicion of raping a teenage girl. Police arrested Zyon Dale Leon Johnson on Tuesday on a warrant in connection with having sexual contact with a 13-year-old girl. The arrest stems from information Idaho Falls police detectives received on July 20 about the relationship between Johnson and the girl.

The United States Postal Service announced Tuesday it may close 3,700 post offices around the country, 23 of which are in Idaho. Nothing is for certain, but many post offices in rural communities are on the chopping block as the USPS attempts to balance its budget. Patricia Whitaker has served as postmaster of the Hamer

The NFL Lockout has made national headlines for the past few months, affecting teams, coaches and fans across the country, but what about local businesses? ?We were all pretty concerned,? said Chad Stegelmeier the Area Manager of Big Dog Satellite. Cynthia Frandsen and her staff at Buffalo Wild Wings worried their way through the off

The former CEO of New Day Products, a Pocatello non-profit that employs and serves disabled adults, has been charged with 35 counts of grand theft by embezzlement. Nancy John is accused of stealing more than $100,000 from the business and was served a felony summons after the year and a half investigation finished. CEO and

With budget talks in Washington, D.C., remaining at a standstill, area lawmakers are having a tough time keeping up with public outreach. On Monday night, Sen. Mike Crapo’s website crashed after he said his site’s traffic went up 300 percent. “We have had tremendous outpouring of frankly frustration that Congress and the president have not

The state of Idaho will be one of two states that will not report specific high school graduation information to the federal government next year. Beside Kentucky, the other 48 states will be able to provide the information. So why won’t Idaho be able to? According to the Idaho Education Committee, the Gem State has

One of the largest government programs that could be cut during the national debt debates is benefits to Medicare and Social Security. According to the AARP, Idahoans who receive Medicare benefits still spend 30 percent of their income on out of pocket health care costs. Donna West, 67, of Idaho Falls has been on Medicare

The weekly Wednesday’s Child reports normally focus on children who need to be adopted. But there are other children who have needs and other programs designed to meet those needs. One is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Idaho. They are launching a recruitment campaign this summer. According to Executive Director, Judy Derouche, their specific

A fire in the heart of downtown Pocatello engulfed an entire home in flames Wednesday, and the blaze was set intentionally by the Fire Department. The Fire Department turned a condemned house into a smoldering pile of rubble just to keep their skills sharp. Battalion Chief Thomas Sanford needs every member of his team at

Fishing and fashion have a lot more in common than you might think. As a new hair trend has gained popularity, fly fishermen are having a harder time finding tying materials for their flies. Since the beginning of the year, the feathers have been flying off the shelves at Jimmy All Seasons Angler. “The selection

Scenic Jackson Hole is no stranger to cameras and special guests. In fact, in the next couple of weeks this old Western Town is getting a modern twist. Stephen Price takes a moment to check out the breathtaking view of the Teton Mountains. ?Jackson’s a beautiful place, we’re all proud of it,? said Price, the

KIFI is seeking an Account Executive to call on local businesses and develop new business. If you are smart, eager to train and seeking a long-term future with a fast growing company, we want to meet with you. Previous sales experience is preferable, but the primary qualifications are: Intelligence, Energy and Ambition. Benefits include health

KIDK is seeking Account Executives to call on local businesses and develop new business in Pocatello and in Idaho Falls. If you are smart, eager to train and seeking a long-term future with a fast growing company, we want to meet with you. Previous sales experience is preferable, but the primary qualifications are: Intelligence, Energy

Deputies in Fremont County have identified the body found on a hillside on Saturday. After examining dental records, deputies said they determined it was John Bryner of Rexburg. He was found just west of the Coffee Pot rapids in Island Park nearly a month after Bryner disappeared. Sheriff Len Humphries said a group of hikers

Three young boys are being charged with vandalizing and burglarizing Sage Lake Golf Course and homes in Fairway Estates. Idaho Falls police said the boys, ages 12 and 13, are believed to have caused thousands of dollars in damage. Police reports said the boys are responsible for breaking sprinkler heads, damaging signs and golf course

UPDATE Lt. Paul Manning said the man in question called in the Pocatello Police Department himself, saying he was at the park taking pictures of his grandson. The man also said that he did not run away, but simply walked away from a woman who had gotten very close to him and was yelling at

Firefighters in Pocatello are battling a grass fire in the west part of the city. Our Brittany Borghi reports the fire is along U.S. Highway 30. The grass fire has spread to cars and tires at Wayne’s Auto and Salvage on Hwy 30, police said. Thick black smoke could be seen billowing into the sky

It’s hard to think about sharpened pencils and yellow buses in July, but the first day of school will be here before students and parents know it. On Tuesday, Target and the Salvation Army teamed up to give some local students an early start with a back-to-school shopping spree. Seven-year-old Kemper set out with volunteer

The warm weather and heavy spring rain have created more breeding grounds for mosquitoes, and it has our counties taking a stand against the pesky bugs. If you’re swatting at mosquitoes more frequently this year, you’re one of many annoyed by the little pests, and the season is far from over. Brett Burnside with Madison

Fort Hall has finished work on the first step of a project that could change the face of the reservation. A small grocery store is just the beginning of a huge project that includes a hotel, a new casino, a golf course, and even a water park. With pounding drums, and oversized scissors, tribal leaders

Drivers in Rigby will be facing possible construction delays this week. The Idaho Transportation Department announced more work on the U.S. 20 business loop. Crews are resurfacing State Street, Main Street, and Farnsworth Way between Exits 320 and 322. The highway is reduced to one lane with flaggers directing traffic through the work zone. The

Lance Kolbet, the president of University Financial, watched President Obama’s speech with 18 years of financial expertise behind him. Obama addressed the nation with his ideas on how Congress should tackle the issue of raising the debt ceiling and reducing the deficit. Kolbet said President Obama was not delivering a new solution, but rather trying

Idaho Falls police are investigating recent vandalism to the Museum of Idaho. On Friday, police responded to the museum just before midnight after the facility’s manager reported the doors on the North West entrance had been shot out. Officers said the damage likely had been done by a BB gun. Estimated cost for the doors

Pocatello police are looking for a man who hit a teen on a bicycle on Saturday. The teen and the car collided near McKinley Avenue, police said. The drive stopped and the teen told him he was OK before they both went their separate ways, police said. However, once the teen got home, he started

Are you tired of solicitors knocking on your door? Some folks in one Rexburg neighborhood say salespeople visit their home almost daily. The city of Rexburg requires every business soliciting in town to hold a permit, but this hasn’t stopped salespeople from knocking. The Henderson neighborhood looks like your average neighborhood, but those who live

Several Upper Valley firefighters are recovering from heat exhaustion after battling a blaze all day Sunday in the warm weather. The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office said a call came in shortly before 10:30 Sunday morning, reporting a fire at the Willmore Lumber Co. on South Yellowstone in St. Anthony. Multiple agencies from Fremont and Madison

An American Falls man is in the hospital after he crashed his motorcycle on Sunday. Idaho State Police said Luis Rodriguez, 22, was riding north on Fort Hall Avenue in American Falls when he lost control of his 2001 Honda CBR-600 motorcycle. He hit the sidewalk and flew off the bike, police said. The motorcycle

Idaho Falls police are looking for people who burglarized Bubba?s Restaurant over the weekend. Police were dispatched to the 118 E. First St. restaurant around 5:30 a.m. on Saturday after an employee reported the burglary. When the employee arrived at work that morning, he found that someone had damaged cords to computer monitors, riffled through

Water levels are up again in eastern Idaho, but managers with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation said the coast is clear when it comes to flooding. Thanks to a gradual snow-pack melt, the area escaped serious flooding. Now the 50,000-70,000 bags need to be emptied, and the sand inside, moved over to the arena. Water

Over the past couple of months, bear sightings have been pretty common in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming. With snowpack levels still high this summer, there have been quite a few close encounters, some even too close. To see how you can stay safe on the trails, we visited the Targhee National Forest and spoke

The Idaho Falls Police Department is finding ways to cut money due to rising health care costs. The Idaho Falls City Council is in charge of the department’s budget. City Councilwoman Sharon Parry said the cost of health care is rising by almost 10 percent,and changes have to be made. Twenty-six million dollars, that’s the

Idaho Falls Police are looking for the persons of interest who burglarized a popular restaurant early Monday morning, Bubba’s Bar-B-Que. The theft comes in a wave of burglaries and vandalism this month in the city and it has police on edge. Officers said somebody slipped into the restaurant and stole a lock box from the

The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the identity of a body recovered on Saturday that’s believed to be a Rexburg man who disappeared nearly four weeks ago. It was found just west of the Coffee Pot rapids in Island Park. Sheriff Len Humphries said the description of John Bryner’s clothing matches what was found

Former American Falls High School teacher’s aide Zenna Galeria has been officially charged with felony sexual battery. Galeria has not been arrested because of her cooperation, officers said. She will be served a summons for her arraignment on August 15. Galeria was relieved of her position with the American Falls School District after the results

Officials with Bannock County Emergency Services say their center has regained power and phone service. They went out earlier in the afternoon and all emergency calls were forwarded to Pocatello Police. Now phone calls are going through just like normal.

The temperature is up, and so are the sales at the Ross Park Aquatic Complex in Pocatello. The pool’s June 2011 sales are up $10,000 from June 2010, and one new manager is helping to pull it off. The line for Ross Park starts early on Sundays. Scenes like that are helping to contribute to

A one-car crash near Island Park Saturday morning proves deadly. Police say just after 6 a.m. Joshua Brown, 18, of Macks Inn, was eastbound on U.S. Highway 20 near Pine Haven Road in a red Ford Escort when for unknown reasons he drove off the shoulder of the roadway and down the embankment. The vehicle

For the second straight day, crowds of people flooded the Idaho Falls greenbelt to check out the Eagle Rock Art Guild Sidewalk Festival. The 57th annual event drew 70 artists, mostly from the northwest, as well as food vendors and performers. From painting and pottery to music, the festival brought some fresh talent and unique

Medicare will now cover preventive services, which will aim to catch problems before they start, and these changes will affect 205,000 people in Idaho. It’s no secret that Medicare can get confusing and not all doctors accept it. “If they accept Medicare, they accept it for everything. They can’t pick and choose what things they

It wasn’t an ordinary day around Idaho Falls, as a moose was on the loose. The call came in at about 1:30 p.m. Saturday of a moose in the area of Olympus Street and Crescent Avenue. Residents near the airport were surprised as a moose wandered into backyards. Many spectators attempted to get too close

The Pocatello Zoo has a new program for kids and held the grand opening Saturday. The zoo’s Children’s Wildlife Theater fulfills a dream for many of the zoo staff to give kids a more interactive experience with the animals. The zoo was able to build the new theater because of donations from Fred Meyer and

This year’s Pioneer Day Celebration in Pocatello tried to bring together the local Native-American and LDS communities. Most Pioneer Days focus on celebrating the pioneers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints who settled in the area, but this year local church leaders wanted to recognize Native-American pioneers, a people that conquered the

Idaho Falls Police arrested 27-year-old, Matthew Levi Bagshaw, Thursday for felony possession of methamphetamine. According to Idaho Falls Police, Bagshaw was found dealing drugs out of a garage in the 100 block of May Street. Bagshaw also was arrested for three Bonneville County warrants including possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Police responded to the

The Pocatello City Council approved a measure that puts it one step closer to completing the 14-year-long South Valley Connector project. The city is now able to purchase land from property owners where they want to build the connector. If they cannot reach a deal, they can also use eminent domain to buy the land.

Many voters in eastern Idaho might be voting in a different district next election. The Idaho Democratic Party has released its proposed boundary change that would make Madison and Teton counties their own new legislative districts. Also on the draft, Bannock and Power counties would be combined. George Moses is one of three Democrats on

Pocatello’s City Council has voted unanimously to back out of a massive water rights deal. If the city doesn’t find new sources for water soon, it could leave locals high and dry. The city had an agreement to buy $6.2 million worth of water rights from the Portneuf Marsh Valley Canal Company. If the deal

LDS stakes in Pocatello are gearing up for the Pioneer Day weekend. The celebrations run from Friday through Sunday. Friday: Pocatello’s Got Talent 7 p.m. at Pocatello High School. Saturday: Bike and Fun Run 6:30 a.m. at Simplot Park Pavilion (West Highway 30) Parade 10 a.m. along Pocatello Center Street Activities 11 a.m. to 4:30

Idaho State Police and the Caribou County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an accident between a train and a person on Thursday night. The accident happened in the area of Ivins Road and Old Highway 30 near Bancroft. According to witnesses, a Union Pacific train was approaching the railroad crossing on Ivins road when a man

Getting to the grocery store will become a lot easier this fall for BYU-Idaho students without a car. The university is partnering up with Enterprise Rent-A-Car in providing cars to students who need a lift. The WeCar is one of many car rental programs gaining popularity on college campuses across the country. Students will be

An investigation into a relationship between a student and a teacher in American Falls has a local sheriff pushing for charges. After a complaint from the American Falls School District and an investigation, Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries wants Zenna Galeria, 23, charged with felony sexual battery, he said. The relationship started at the American

The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking the public to help identify the persons involved in stealing 17 cases of beer from Boozer?s Quick Stop on Monday. Shortly after midnight, nine people walked into the West Broadway convenience store and took the beer. Some of the people distracted the clerk while the theft occurred. Anyone

Police in Grace have released the names of the three men who died in a plane crash on Monday afternoon. Kacey Crane, 35, from Grace, pilot Norman Gunderson, 46, and his 16-year-old son, Isaac Gunderson, both of Menan all died in the crash, police said. The crop dusters that routinely use the small were already

The Rexburg City Council voted Wednesday night on whether to allow a $5,472 raise for the city’s mayor. When the vote concluded, the pay raises for both the city council and the mayor were not approved. The raise proposal came amid high unemployment rates around the nation and the state, but they jobless rates are

Many voters in eastern Idaho might be voting in a different district next election. The Idaho Democratic Party has released its proposed boundary change that would make Madison and Teton counties their own new legislative districts. Also on the draft, Bannock and Power counties would be combined. George Moses is one of three democrats on

A donation announced today could bring the Portneuf Greenway miles closer to completion. The Portneuf Healthcare Foundation spends its time giving away its money, mostly to local causes it feels help the community live a little healthier. “At the end of the day, the Portneuf Healthcare Foundation is dedicated to making a difference in health.

At a meeting Thursday night the city council voted to confirm Jim Johnston. The council unanimously approved his confirmation and swore him into office. He also made his first votes as a councilman during Thursday’s meeting. Mayor Brian Blad nominated Johnston to fill Ron Frasure’s vacant seat. Brad Huerta plans on running for the city

Five armed men entered Los Adalbertos Mexican restaurant and stole an undisclosed amount of cash, police said. The robbery took place at 3:15 a.m. at 900 E. 17th St. There was one male employee on duty when the five men entered the Mexican restaurant, police said. “You can imagine being by yourself or even with

While the recession has left many struggling, it’s also revived the importance of coupons. The craze has sparked blogs and TV shows, but now some retail chains are fighting back against those who take it to the extreme. Wheeling your way through most any grocery store, you’re likely to find casual coupon clippers like Helena

Believe it or not, it’s already the end of July, meaning we are already halfway through the construction season. There are a number of road projects around eastern Idaho delaying your commute. In the Idaho Falls area the Idaho Transportation Department is resurfacing overpass bridges along Highway 20 and I-15, including exit 113 and 115

Victor Public Works crews are currently working to replace a broken water pump that failed on Thursday. A public works employee said people in Victor are being asked to immediately conserve as much water as possible. They said they don’t want to run out of water during the replacement process, but it’s going to be

The Idaho Falls Police Department is looking for two armed people who stole cash, beer and cigarettes from a Common Cents store on Wednesday morning. According to the store clerk, the first man came into the West Broadway convenience store sometime before 2:45 a.m., pointed a gun at him and demanded money from the cash

If you build it, they will come. It might be cinema logic, but Chubbuck Public Works Director Steven Smart hopes to make it city logic, too. The Chubbuck City Council recently approved a $1.15 million construction project to create West Evans Lane, just across Yellowstone Avenue from East Evans Lane. There is nothing in the

Asher is a delightful young boy with a zest for life and an infectious smile. His twin, Cole, and older sister, Nevaeh, are also needing adoptive homes. The siblings have strong bonds. Due to Asher’s special needs, the plan is to look for an adoptive home for him separately. However, it would be wonderful if

Idaho State Police investigated a deadly crash involving two vehicles Wednesday. It happened at 200 South and 500 West in Minidoka County. ISP said Marina Gomez, 20, of Paul, Idaho, was driving west on 200 South in a 2008 Hyundai Elantra when she didn’t stop at the stop sign. Taylor Carson, 19, of Burley, Idaho,

Bannock County has received 16 percent fewer dollars in federal emergency money this year, but with budget woes hanging over everyone’s head, the county is happy to have the funds. The county will get $32,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA. Local service organizations can apply to get a piece of the pie

Bannock County is in a crisis. It doesn’t have enough ambulances to cover all the 911 calls, but the fix to that problem could mean more property tax. For comparison, Bonneville County has one ambulance for every 12,000 people. Bannock County has one for every 21,00, and that’s counting volunteer crews that don’t have any

With the country’s second largest book chain store, Borders, closing all 400 stores, many local people are worried about the survival of other books stores as e-readers gain in popularity. To see how the way we read is changing, we met with those following the trends closest. Carrie Stevens has worked at Hastings in Idaho

More of the banking world is moving online. The Bureau of Public Debt announced Monday treasury bonds are now heading to the web. The Bureau expects in five years tax payers will have saved $70 million. And it saves time, you no longer have to physically go to the bank to buy bonds. ?We do

A fight at the Ririe Bar on Sunday morning ended in Jeremy Leavitt of Idaho Falls being taken to the hospital. Police said Leavitt was sitting at the bar when Tory Southam, also of Idaho Falls, walked up and hit him on the side of the face with a beer bottle. Leavitt got a deep

The Caribou County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly plane crash at a private landing strip in Grace, Idaho. Caribou County Sheriff Ric Anderson said three men were on the private plane and all of them were killed. Their identities have not been released, and not all of the men have been identified. Anderson also